4 characters Idiom and proverb 15 389

We strive to offer you free Chinese learning resources. This series focuses on idioms and proverbs, which are rich in meaning and can be used in various situations. Today’s idiom is 「恩威並重」, and its meaning and usage are explained below.

The idiom 「恩威並重」 we’re featuring is explained below, showcasing its meaning and usage.

Appeasement and coercion are implemented simultaneously.

The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :

ēn wēi bìng zhòng

while its Cantonese pinyin is :

yan1 wai1 bing6 chung5

The collection of Chinese idioms is enormous, with each one holding its own meaning and purpose. We hope these resources can assist you in better understanding and learning Chinese.